For a long time, Hollywood leaders blamed viewers when movies didn’t succeed. They claimed audiences were outdated, didn’t appreciate innovation, or just didn’t ‘get’ the filmmakers’ vision. The problem was never seen as the movies themselves, but rather with the people watching them. They often dismissed criticism as coming from a small, loud group of complainers.
So, it looks like Vecna’s plan to destroy everything was finally stopped, and after a long wait, Joyce Byers (Winona Ryder) had a significant role to play beyond worrying about her son, Will. But that’s not what we’re talking about today. The biggest moment of the final season – and arguably the entire series – was Eleven sacrificing herself to destroy the Upside Down. The creators, the Duffer brothers, have talked about this decision, and while Mike offered a hopeful interpretation, I don’t think it quite adds up.
While many crime movies are works of fiction, that’s actually a big part of what makes the genre so captivating – and sometimes unsettling. Even though these films aren’t based on real life, it’s hard to ignore the fact that violent crime happens all around us. Here are five of the most shocking and disturbing crime films ever made.
The medical drama The Pitt is gaining popularity, currently ranking as the third most-watched show worldwide on HBO Max. It’s also back in the top 10 in the United States, debuting today at number four. It trails behind other popular HBO Max series like Heated Rivalry at number one, It: Welcome to Derry at number three, and the reality show Baylen Out Loud at number two.
Zak Hilditch, an Australian writer-director known for the underrated film “1922” (which is worth checking out on Netflix), continues to innovate within familiar genres with his latest work, “We Bury the Dead.” He’s made a great choice in Daisy Ridley, who delivers a nuanced and emotionally resonant performance, truly carrying the film with her sensitivity and skill.
After nearly ten years, the show concluded with its fifth season, and didn’t continue with new seasons each year. The long breaks between seasons built up a lot of excitement, but ultimately, the final season didn’t live up to expectations. Similar to what happened with Game of Thrones, the final season received the lowest ratings of the entire series on Rotten Tomatoes, despite promises from the show’s creators, the Duffer Brothers, that it would be great.
Silo is a captivating dystopian series that’s well worth watching. It’s a slow-paced but gripping show with a smart story and a consistently immersive atmosphere. Fans of science fiction will especially appreciate its detailed world and complex characters. It’s a fantastic series that Apple TV+ isn’t promoting enough.
Adidas and Pokémon have teamed up for a new shoe collection, and the first release is inspired by the powerful Pokémon, Mewtwo. The shoes incorporate designs from the Pokémon world, creating a striking and impressive look that reflects Mewtwo’s Psychic-type abilities. They’re set to launch just in time for a big celebration of the Pokémon franchise, offering fans a fantastic way to show their love for the series.
The ending of Netflix’s Stranger Things has sparked a lot of debate online. Many viewers are comparing it to the controversial finale of Game of Thrones, calling it a major letdown. After nearly ten years, the series concluded on December 31st, and while a lot of people were watching, the ending didn’t satisfy everyone.
Let’s rewind to 2017. Tom Cruise had two movies come out that year – The Mummy and American Made – and he did an interview with the BBC to talk about them. But what’s really relevant here is that Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation had been released two years earlier. That gave the internet plenty of time to turn the iconic scene of Cruise clinging to a plane into a popular meme.